The Obsessive Compulsive Inventory – Revised (OCI-R) is a self-rating scale designed to assess the severity and type of symptoms of those potentially dealing with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).

Instructions

Before you begin the test, read the following definitions of “obsessions” and “compulsions.”

• Obsessions are unwelcome or distressing ideas, thoughts, images or impulses that repeatedly enter your mind. They may seem to occur against your will. They may be repugnant to you, are often senseless, and may not fit your actual personality at all (for example, the recurrent thought or impulse to harm your children, even though you never would).
• Compulsions are behaviors or acts that you feel driven to perform, even though you may recognize them as senseless or excessive. At times, you may try to resist doing them, but this may prove difficult. You may experience anxiety that does not diminish until the behavior is completed.

The following statements refer to experiences that many people have in their everyday lives. Select the answer that best describes how much that experience has distressed or bothered you during the past month.

What the OCI-R Measures

The test assesses six symptom dimensions:

• Washing: contamination concerns and excessive cleaning
• Checking: repeated checking of doors, appliances, and similar items
• Ordering: the need for symmetry and precise arrangement
• Obsessing: intrusive, unwanted thoughts
• Hoarding: difficulty discarding possessions
• Neutralizing: mental rituals such as counting or number superstitions

Important

This test is for educational and self-reflection purposes only. It is not a diagnostic tool and cannot replace evaluation by a qualified mental health professional. If you are concerned about obsessive-compulsive symptoms, please consult a licensed clinician.